Orders have always been the lifeblood of the Imperial Guard, but the 9th Edition Codex streamlined the process.
Perhaps the most significant change in 9th Edition is the universal Born Soldiers ability. This replaces the old "First Rank, Fire! Second Rank, Fire!" order. It allows every Astra Militarum Infantry unit to shoot (and in some cases, fight) as if they hadn't moved, provided they remain stationary. This turns your basic Guardsmen into a lethal, static firebase capable of decimating elite infantry through sheer weight of dice. Astra Militarum 9th Edition Codex Anyflip
A vast array of tactical options to outmaneuver opponents. Orders have always been the lifeblood of the